Veterinary Technician (Animal Care, Comparative Medicine)

Job Purpose The purpose of this position is to provide veterinary care and service for all laboratory animals and related services covered under NUS animal care and use program. This includes all procedures in Comparative Medicine (CM) animal facilities and other areas where research, teaching, or training with animals are conducted within NUS. The duties and assignments also include coverage after hours, weekends, and holidays (through service for researchers or veterinary care purposes when applicable, primarily for emergencies). Job coverage includes assisting and/or collaborating with the clinical veterinarians in day-to-day activities in the veterinary care program, as well as providing services to researchers in experimental/workshop procedures. Duties and Responsibilities Preventive medicine and health monitoring for existing colonies, newly arrived, or quarantined animals. Perform daily health checks on all species housed and cared for by CM or NUS animal care and use program. Attend to clinical cases observed or reported. Assist in medical treatments, care, monitoring, and record keeping. Assist in veterinary procedures, including but not limited to surgery, non-surgery, anesthesia, monitoring, diagnostic procedures, sample collection, imaging, necropsy, and laboratory analysis. Maintain inventory of veterinary care consumables, medical records, and import/export documentation. Operate CM pharmacy service. Directly teach and/or assist in hands-on training programs for animal users. Provide support for animal experimental procedures for research and workshops, including but not limited to surgery, non-surgery, anesthesia, monitoring, substance administration, sample collection, imaging, or necropsy. Provide critical support for large animal research and imaging. In some cases, conduct the actual surgical research procedures. Operate C-arm, fluoroscopy, x-ray equipment, and cardiac bypass equipment when applicable (for diagnostic or experimental purposes). Involve in the transportation of non-rodent animals (within or outside CM and NUS campus). Maintain activities in CM Diagnostic Laboratory, including conducting sample analysis, inventory, sample storage, and report database management. Requirements Diploma in Veterinary Technology, Biotechnology, or equivalent discipline. Experience working with rodents, rabbits, pigs, and/or aquatic species. AALAS certification is preferred. Experience in a laboratory animal research program, particularly in an academic setting, is preferred. Good interpersonal and communication skills. A good team player. Able to lift up to 15kg. Basic knowledge of MS Outlook, Excel, and Word. Holder of Class 3 driving license is an advantage. More Information Location: Kent Ridge Campus Organization: Comparative Medicine Department: Veterinary Employee Referral Eligible: Yes Job Requisition ID: 22905#J-18808-Ljbffr